Day: May 8, 2025

Overcoming risk aversion in mining: The case for innovation

Jaisen Kohmuench

The mining industry’s cautious approach to innovation is understandable. With massive capital investments, complex operations, and significant reputational risks, prudence is essential. However, the cost of inaction can often outweigh the perceived risks of change. by Jaisen Kohmuench, president and CEO, Eriez As the mining sector faces mounting pressures to improve sustainability, efficiency, and profitability, a shift is underway: forward-thinking…

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Can your scale take the weight?

Jonathan Rowland

You may not have considered your scales much – but you should. A roundtable of experts told North American Mining why these essential tools should not be taken for granted. by Jonathan Rowland Mining scales are indispensable tools in the mining industry. Designed to weigh large quantities of mined materials and built to withstand the intense vibrations, extreme temperature fluctuations…

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It’s electrifying!

Jonathan Rowland

As the mining industry moves toward net-zero operations, electrification will play a crucial role in shaping the future of underground mining. North American Mining spoke to several companies whose pioneering electric load and haul solutions are driving the industry toward a cleaner, safer tomorrow. by Jonathan Rowland The shift from diesel-powered to battery-electric LHDs promises significant environmental, social and economic…

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The long and short of it

NAM Staff

The ins and outs of conveyor transfer distance, angle and overlap: An expert viewpoint from one of those who trains the trainers. Surface conveying can reach long distances with several transfers in less-than-optimal weather. Mine operators are discovering the ongoing cost of labor, gas and insurance for traditional vehicle ground transport far exceeds the upfront cost of conveying. However, inspecting…

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Diavik recognized for environmental excellence

NAM Staff

Rio Tinto’s Diavik diamond mine has been awarded the Towards Sustainable Mining (TSM) Environmental Excellence Award for its solar power plant – the largest off-grid solar installation in Canada’s territories. “This recognition reflects our commitment to environmental responsibility and collaboration with our partners,” Chief Operating Officer of Diavik Diamond Mine Matthew Breen said. “This project demonstrates the potential for large-scale…

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Going through changes

NAM Staff

What’s driven the last 25 years in conveyors? What will advance the next 25 years? NAM asked an expert – Scott Gulan, Superior Industries’ director of business development, for his input. A strong infrastructure is often judged by the presence, power and efficiency of its conveyor line. Along the way, technology has evolved alongside conveyor widths, yields and speeds, as…

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On the road again

NAM Staff

A deeper dive into two newer machines that each play a key role in successful haul road management. There are many elements to a great haul road management program, but one factor often taken for granted is the polish: grading and dust control. While the Komatsu GD955-7 and Caterpillar 789D autonomous water truck are both relative newcomers to the market,…

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ABB creates copilot for grinding mills

NAM Staff

ABB has introduced GMD Copilot, an AI-powered digital assistant designed to optimize the operation and maintenance of gearless mill drives (GMDs). GMD Copilot offers users immediate, context-specific information, providing a complete overview of the system intended to improve the decision-making of GMD operation and maintenance. Grinding mills crush ore, separating the valuable mineral from the waste rock. By eliminating all…

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Datamine launches Studio Geo

NAM Staff

Software firm Datamine has introduced Studio Geo, its premier geological modeling platform. Studio Geo, designed to revolutionize the way mining professionals interpret and utilize geological data, is ideal for mine geologists and resource modelling teams, helping them optimize workflows, improve data accuracy, and make informed decisions, the company said. “Studio Geo is built on a deep understanding of the mining…

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Metso releases Sustainable Flowsheet Explorer

NAM Staff

Metso has unveiled a new digital solution, the Sustainable Flowsheet Explorer (SFX) to enable the assessment, simulation and comparison of technological alternatives on circuit and full flowsheets within minutes instead of weeks. “For our mining customers, the Sustainable Flowsheet Explorer streamlines the evaluation and comparison of technological alternatives with a focus on the Metso Plus solutions. It significantly reduces the…

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